From Roosevelt to Biden: the secrets of the Presidents watches
Joe Biden opted for a Rolex on inauguration day, but what are the other watches that have kept the White House ticking over the years?
21 January 2021 • 1:41pm
President Joe Biden prepares to sign a series of executive orders at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office. His Rolex Datejust can be seen on his left wrist
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When Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on 20 January, his left wrist was sporting an Oystersteel Rolex Datejust with blue dial on a jubilee bracelet – classic, understated and as tasteful as they come. With the US election dominating the world’s news headlines, it seems the perfect moment to look back on the standout watches that have seen some of America’s Presidents through their time in office.